There are neighborhood bars in every corner of the Chicago, from basement dives to old-school taverns. The one thing they all have in common? They’re somewhere anyone can go to kick back with a drink and feel like they belong.

Chicago is home to some of the best improv and sketch comedy clubs in the country. There are dozens of theaters across the city to see the best local (and future superstar) comedians, and there’s a little something for everyone.

The holidays are a time for gift-giving and gingerbread and family. It's also a time for mulled wine in boots and more stollen than you've ever seen in your life. This is where Christkindlmarket comes in, serving up festive holiday eats through December 24.

As the temperature drops outside, you can still work up a sweat inside. Chicago is home to a plethora of indoor recreation options, from quirky to competitive. Here’s a round-up of just a few of the city’s cold-weather sports to keep your heart pumping all winter long.

Two of Chicago’s most historic hotels are also its most haunted. While guests at the Congress Plaza and The Drake enjoy luxury, comfort and meticulous attention to detail, they also revel in ghostly lore – particularly during Halloween season.